Looking at getting a new/used tractor. Will primarily be used to mow large acreage fields. Want to run an 84" RFM. Will also be doing some snow blowing, back blading, various light duty bucket work.
Had my eye on 2001 4400 with FEL and rear hydraulic port, but its not been well maintained, bucket pins are sloppy, front tires BALD and dealer wants $14,500(cdn). Vs a used 2720(500hrs) with FEL and forks for $16500. Or brand new 2032R for $21,000 but no FEL.
Note that all these prices are Canadian and take into account what we pay for taxs, shipping and import. So while it may seem high its pretty standard for here(except the 4400, its price is wacked considering its age and wear).
Not of these prices include a mower, add and extra $3000 for an 84" RFM. Or $4700 for a 72" MMM for the 2032R. I currently share a driveway with my parents who have a 2305 with a 200cx loader so I would just borrow their loader when needed if I get the 2032R.
Question is will the 272/2032R run an 84" mower? Dealer says no and it is 5hp less than the 4400 which I'm told would run a 7ft mower no problem.
I really wish the dealer would have moved more on the 4400's price as I think it would be great for what I want to do. But I'm NOT paying $14K for a 13yr old tractor with that much wear when its sitting next to a 2720 for $2k more! And before you mention it, no I cann't afford to step up to a 3000 series.
Had my eye on 2001 4400 with FEL and rear hydraulic port, but its not been well maintained, bucket pins are sloppy, front tires BALD and dealer wants $14,500(cdn). Vs a used 2720(500hrs) with FEL and forks for $16500. Or brand new 2032R for $21,000 but no FEL.
Note that all these prices are Canadian and take into account what we pay for taxs, shipping and import. So while it may seem high its pretty standard for here(except the 4400, its price is wacked considering its age and wear).
Not of these prices include a mower, add and extra $3000 for an 84" RFM. Or $4700 for a 72" MMM for the 2032R. I currently share a driveway with my parents who have a 2305 with a 200cx loader so I would just borrow their loader when needed if I get the 2032R.
Question is will the 272/2032R run an 84" mower? Dealer says no and it is 5hp less than the 4400 which I'm told would run a 7ft mower no problem.
I really wish the dealer would have moved more on the 4400's price as I think it would be great for what I want to do. But I'm NOT paying $14K for a 13yr old tractor with that much wear when its sitting next to a 2720 for $2k more! And before you mention it, no I cann't afford to step up to a 3000 series.